Yams are edible herbaceous vines cultivated for the consumption of their tubers. They can either be eaten while raw, cooked after removing the back part or even ground into flour.
Yams are rich in vitamins especially A, B, B6, C, antioxidants, minerals and fibre among other components.
Here are the health benefits of yams.
1. They are good for improved eyesight
The minerals and Vitamin A found in yams is converted to beta carotenes that are able to keep the eye's mucous membrane healthy, improving vision as well as protecting the eye from other related eye diseases and vision loss.
2. Improves skin elasticity
Yams are rich in antioxidants and vitamins that lead to the production of collagen which makes the skin elastic and regenerates new skin cells making the skin elastic and smooth hence preventing the formation of wrinkles.
3. Controls blood pressure and keeps the heart healthy
The potassium mineral found in yams reduces the levels of sodium in the body promoting a healthy heart, thus lowering the risk of getting a heart attack or stroke. The potassium found in yams is also able to control your blood pressure if you avoid foods that can cause increased blood pressure.
4. Boosts body energy
Yams are rich in carbohydrates and fibre which are natural energy boosters. If you have a busy day ahead, take yams and you will be sorted quite well.